Monday, August 28, 2017

What could in vitro
fertilization and Keratoconus have to do with each other? As it turns out, quite a bit! Keratoconusis a progressive degenerativedisorder of the cornea whereby
structural changes within thecorneacause it to thin and change to a more
conicalshape than the more
normal gradual spherical shape. We carefully monitor our patients with
Keratoconus because Keratoconus can cause substantial distortion ofvision, with multiple images,
streaking andsensitivity to
light-all of which can worsen if the disease progresses quickly. Researchers
reporting in the Journal of Refractive Surgeryalerted us to the fact that drugs used in IVF
treatment increase estrogen levels, which may affect corneal biomechanics and
induce progression of Keratoconus and thus we need to be even more carefully
following those patients with Keratoconus who might also be starting IVF
treatments. If they are determined to be of particularly high risk for
progression, then we might recommend corneal cross-linking treatment to
minimize the risk of keratoconus progression before starting IVF treatment.

Monday, August 14, 2017

Researchers from Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary of
Harvard Medical School and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
have led an international effort to identify three genetic associations that
influence susceptibility and risk of primary open angle glaucoma which is the
most common and insidious type of glaucoma. They studied more than 4,000 cases
and 30,000 controls for primary open angle glaucoma using human genomes
collected through the NEIGHBORHOOD consortium, a National Eye Institute collaborative. The researchers identified relationships between primary open angle
glaucoma and three genetic associations and we believe that this will provide
key insights that may ultimately be used to develop gene-based testing and
treatment strategies for glaucoma.

In order to prevent vision
loss, Primary Open Angle Glaucoma is best managed through early detection,
diagnosis and treatment. Having a genetic code that tells us whether you will
be subject to the disease will go a long way in preventing damage to the optic
nerve and thus compromised vision. As we move forward, regular eye exams with
glaucoma texting-especially for those with known risk factors including
diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, smoking and being of Latino or
African ancestry-are important to maintain eye health and vision.

Sunday, August 6, 2017

“Dr. Buck had performed cataract surgery on my 85 year
old mother. She is somewhat of a
difficult patient. She doesn’t like doctors and is very set in her ways. Change is something that she fears. For many years I had a hard time getting her
to go to the eye doctor. Finally I had
managed to talk her into going. She was
very reluctant to scheduling the surgery when Dr. Buck determined that it was
time to remove the cataracts. She went
through with the surgery and I cannot believe what a difference it has made in
her life and her disposition. Now that
she can see she is so much more pleasant and is thrilled at what she can
actually see. She has developed a new
appreciation for television! I just wish she hadn’t waited so long to have her
eyes checked!”

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Scott Buck, M.D.

Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, LASIK & Cataract Surgeon Scott Buck, M.D. is the Founder of Northwest Indiana Eye & Laser Center, P.C. Dr. Buck earned his Medical Degree at Indiana University School of Medicine followed by a Residency in Ophthalmology at The Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Buck provides examination, consultation and treatment for eye diseases as well as Laser Eye Surgery such as LASIK Eye Surgery for the correction of nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. In addition, Dr. Buck provides implants (IOL) for the correction of astigmatism and near vision after Cataract Surgery. Further, he has a special interest in the diagnosis and treatment of ocular surface problems such as dry eye and dry eye syndrome and takes personal pride in providing patients with help for dry eyes. In addition, Dr. Buck and his staff are committed to helping patients look their best with both non-surgical aesthetic treatments such as BOTOX® Cosmetic and gel fillers such as Restylane® and Perlane, as well as cosmetic eyelid surgery such as Blepharoplasty to help with droopy, puffy or saggy eyelids.